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The spat between the two began during Rippon's interview with USA TODAY Sports in January. "Despite these misinformed claims, the vice president will be enthusiastically supporting all the US athletes competing next month in Pyeongchang".

Betting on the Super Bowl has nearly become an American pastime, one even more people enjoyed Sunday when the Eagles upset the Patriots. The only teams less likely to win the Super Bowl include the likes of Cleveland Browns, Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins.

Petit-Frere had been considered a Florida lean by many but considering he kept his recruitment very close to the vest, his decision is not a complete surprise. This should be music to the ears of Ohio State fans nationwide as Greg Schiano has made a huge impact on the Buckeyes defense over the past couple of years.

PFA chief executive Gordan Taylor confirmed the organisation's offer on Tuesday, adding that "we are ready to act if we are called in". Putting aside claims that Philippe Coutinho exaggerated a back injury while last summer's transfer window was open, the way in which the Brazilian applied himself in the opening months of the campaign undoubtedly helped him eventually earn his dream move to Barcelona last month, while Liverpool can be grateful his efforts ensured they received as much ...

He has undergone double hip surgery; returned to Buenos Aires on compassionate leave after his brother was paralysed in an accident; spent time in Rome for treatment; lost his dog; regained fitness; and become a father. "He loves football . He loves to train". His mentality is fantastic. Or improve because he's more mature. "It gives you a lot of information, but it is what you do with it that is important".

The NBA is thriving at a rate it never has before, according to Forbes' annual franchise valuations. The New York Knicks lead the league in value with $3.6 billion and the New Orleans Pelicans are the NBA's least valuable franchise at $1 billion.